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Vanimo hosts key fundraising dinner as cocoa industry expands in West Sepik
The Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence & Trade Expo [GSCETE] committee staged its third Corporate Fundraising Dinner on Saturday as part of its growing momentum for cocoa production in West Sepik Province.
Air Niugini clarifies ticket availability for Christmas travel
National flag carrier, Air Niugini has clarified that tickets for Christmas travel on major domestic routes are still available, despite reports in The National suggesting otherwise.
Kula Cup draws 28 teams as Alotau eyes stronger Kula FC squad
28 Teams from across Milne Bay Province have registered to compete in this week’s Kula Cup Tournament, an Alotau District–backed initiative aimed at strengthening Kula Football Club ahead of the next Premier Soccer League season.
Mead puts hand up to coach PNG Orchids following coaching exit
Former PNG Kumuls skipper David Mead has publicly expressed his interest in coaching the PNG Orchids following the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League’s decision to cut ties with former head coach Tahnee Norris.
Orchids look to rebound after rankings slip as PNGRFL, coach Norris part ways
The Santos PNG Orchids will head into the countdown to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup under new leadership after the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League [PNGRFL] confirmed it has mutually parted ways with head coach Tahnee Norris, following a drop in the team’s world ranking.
State hands over body of late minister Mirisim
The State has formally handed over the body of the late Minister for Works and Highways and Telefomin MP, Solan Mirisim, to the people of West Sepik Province.
Breaking Barriers: A male advocate’s fight against GBV in rural PNG
“The biggest challenge as a male advocate in a male-dominated society is trying to change the perception of men,” says Wayne Polout, his voice steady but weighted with experience.
PNG to take equity in Central Lime and Cement Projects following landmark agreement
Local Landowners and the Central Province and National Governments will have equity in Pacific Lime and Cement’s development at Kido, following the signing of a Project Development Agreement [PDA].
Vanimo comes to a standstill as late Solan Mirisim returns home
Vanimo came to a standstill today as hundreds of grieving residents flooded the airport to welcome home late Telefomim MP and Works and Highways Minister, Solan Mirisim.
Karamui teachers call for repatriation support
Five teachers serving at the extremely remote Karamui High School in the Salt Nomane Karamui District of Simbu Province are calling on authorities for urgent assistance to return home following the close of the 2025 academic year.